L3 Head Injuries v1 October 2020.pdf

Support the management of trauma in the emergency and urgent care setting Component 8 Head Injuries  Head Injuries - Component 8 Objectives Describe mechanisms associated with head injuries Describe the signs, sympto...

Support the management of trauma in the emergency and urgent care setting Component 8 Head Injuries  Head Injuries - Component 8 Objectives Describe mechanisms associated with head injuries Describe the signs, symptoms and complications of head injuries Explain the treatment for head injuries and when intervention from a senior clinician may be required © Department of Clinical Education & 2 Standards  Head Injuries - Component 8 Head Injuries Common causes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) include: Road traffic collisions (RTCs) Falls Assault Direct blows to the head The worst outcomes are associated with: Penetrating injuries Non-accidental injury in children